Overview
The Rugged Ridge 18760.03 is a 27 tooth short shaft speedometer gear, part number RUG18760.03, for Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee and Wrangler models. It is a direct OE replacement for electrically driven speedometers, fitting 93-01 Jeep Cherokee, 93-98 Grand Cherokee and 93-06 Wrangler models.
The fitment section below covers which generations this gear fits and which it does not.
Key features
- 27 tooth gear for speedometer drive
- Short shaft design
- Direct OE replacement
- Bolt-on installation
- Designed for electrically driven speedometers
Gear teeth and speedometer accuracy
Tooth count is the link between wheel rotation and the speedometer signal. A gear with a different count changes the number of signal pulses per wheel turn, so the gauge can read high or low even when the gear fits. Matching the original count is the surest way to keep the reading accurate after the swap.
Look for chipped or rounded teeth, a worn shaft end and any metal debris in the housing before installing the new gear. A rattle or intermittent reading often points to a worn gear or a loose retainer. Clean the housing and check that the gear turns freely before reassembly.
- Count teeth on the original gear to confirm
- Check the shaft end for wear
- Inspect the housing for metal debris
Specifications
| Brand | Rugged Ridge |
|---|---|
| Part number | RUG18760.03 |
| Gear teeth | 27 |
| Shaft type | Short shaft |
| Speedometer type | Electrically driven |
| Installation | Bolt-on |
Vehicle fitment
This gear fits the 93-01 Jeep Cherokee (XJ), the 93-98 Grand Cherokee (ZJ), and the 93-06 Wrangler, which covers both the YJ and TJ generations.
It does not cover the WJ Grand Cherokee, the Liberty (KJ), or Wrangler JK and JL models. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
It is a bolt-on installation. Confirm your speedometer is electrically driven before fitting the gear, since this 27 tooth gear is made for that setup.
What’s included
The speedometer gear is the item covered by this part. Check the package against your installation before starting.
